Facilities Catering Support Assistant with Visa Sponsorship – Apply Now

Location: County Hospital, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SA

Type: Permanent, Part-Time

Salary (£): £23,615 per annum (pro rata)

About University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is a powerhouse in the UK healthcare sector, serving around three million people with top-notch facilities, teaching, and research. With two major hospitals – Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford – UHNM is home to a dedicated workforce of 11,000 professionals committed to providing exceptional care.

As the specialist centre for major trauma in the North Midlands and North Wales, UHNM is always pushing boundaries. They’ve put together a smorgasbord of development opportunities, ensuring everyone can reach their full potential. Their goal? To be a world-class centre of achievement where patients receive stellar care and the brightest minds come to learn, work, and conduct groundbreaking research.

Job details

Benefits

• Enhanced pay for weekend hours
• Flexible working options
• Opportunities for professional development
• NHS pension scheme
• Access to staff wellbeing programs

Requirements

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to follow instructions, training, processes, and procedures
• Experience in a service/customer environment
• Food Hygiene Certification (desirable)
• Understanding of COSHH and risk assessments (desirable)
• Previous experience in an NHS environment (desirable)

Salary Details

The position offers a salary of £23,615 per annum (pro rata), with enhanced pay for weekend hours. This falls under Band 2 of the Agenda for Change pay scheme.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has popped up to join the stellar Catering Team at County Hospital Stafford. As a Facilities Catering Support Assistant, you’ll be diving into the world of fresh food delivery, serving up delicious meals to patients and visitors alike. This isn’t just any old job – it’s a chance to make a real difference in people’s lives when they need it most.

The role comes with a unique rota that offers variety and work-life balance:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 16:30-19:30
• Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 16:30-19:30

Your main duties will include presenting and serving meals to patients, supporting restaurant meal services, and keeping the department spick and span. It’s all about attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a passion for providing top-notch service.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients, staff, and visitors, keeping dietary requirements and health & safety standards in mind
• Assist with food preparation and organization, following NHS guidelines to a T
• Keep the kitchen and dining areas clean as a whistle, including washing up and sanitizing surfaces
• Take and record meal orders from patients, paying close attention to specific dietary needs
• Deliver food to wards right on time, ensuring it’s served at the perfect temperature
• Manage and replenish stock levels, making sure all food items are stored correctly
• Liaise with healthcare staff to ensure patients’ dietary requirements are met with precision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post falls under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. As such, candidates will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check to verify any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

UHNM welcomes applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. These applications will be considered alongside all others. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. This requirement also applies to adult dependants over 18 years old.

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is an equal opportunity employer. They value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employer Details
Company Name: University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address: County Hospital Site, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3SA
Contact: Anthony Moseley, Head Chef
Email: anthony.moseley@uhnm.nhs.uk
Phone: 01785230357

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Application Process
Ready to join the UHNM family and make a real difference? Don’t let this opportunity slip away. Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your journey with one of the UK’s most respected NHS Trusts. Your skills, compassion, and dedication could be just what they’re looking for. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare catering.